DC Urges Ranchi Residents to Buy Traditional Diyas, Supports Potters

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Ranchi's Deputy Commissioner Manjunath Bhajantri visited a local potters' colony, purchasing handmade diyas to promote traditional crafts ahead of Diwali. He interacted with artisans, discussing their livelihood challenges and assuring them of government scheme assistance, including training and equipment. Bhajantri appealed to residents to buy locally made lamps, emphasizing the weeks of work involved and the need for fair prices. The administration is also providing infrastructure support through the District Innovation Fund. This initiative aims to boost the income of local potters.